Episode guide

S17·E8 City of Death (4)

Name: City of Death (4)
Released: 1979-10-20
Duration: 25 min
Rating: 8.2
Cast: Catherine Schell, Eleanor Bron, Tom Chadbon, Julian Glover, David Graham

Core Aired October 20, 1979 25 min ★ 8.2/10 · 10 TMDB votes

Synopsis

Scaroth is determined to go back 400 million years in time to prevent a mistake. But the Doctor must stop him – because the consequences would be disastrous.

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Director & writers

Douglas AdamsWriterGraham WilliamsWriterDavid FisherWriterMichael HayesDirector

Guest stars

Catherine SchellCountess Scarlioni

Eleanor BronArt Gallery Visitor

Tom ChadbonDuggan / Jagaroth Voice

Julian GloverCount Scarlioni / Scaroth

David GrahamKerensky

John CleeseArt Gallery Visitor

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 17 Episode 8 of Doctor Who air?

Season 17, Episode 8 ('City of Death (4)') originally aired on October 20, 1979.

How long is Season 17 Episode 8 ('City of Death (4)')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 25 minutes.

What happens in Doctor Who Season 17 Episode 8?

Scaroth is determined to go back 400 million years in time to prevent a mistake. But the Doctor must stop him – because the consequences would be disastrous....

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